Having purchased five new onsite vehicles, UKCM said it intends to further extend its reach around the country to new and existing customers.

"The self-sufficient rapid response service has been provided by UKCM for almost 20 years and the specialist vans can also visit those in need of fast onsite emergency repairs," said Julian Elston, MD, UKCM.

"The quick and easy turnaround is a cost effective solution as the containers don't need to be taken to UKCM's refurbishment plant in Cheshire. The team is able to refurbish a wide-range of waste and recycling containers as well as shipping containers, from sizes such as a 240 wheelie bin to a 40yard roll on off."

Julian and his wife Emma Elston set up UKCM in 1998.

Elston added: "Over the past few years, we have seen a sudden increase in customers requiring onsite repairs and so it is important that we meet these needs."